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The best blender-food-processor combos that will save you time, money, and counter space
Our team prepped onions, blended smoothies, and even mashed potatoes to find the best multifunctional machines on the market
By Lydia Hayman Last updated
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Summer baking essentials for whipping up show-stopping treats
From mixers to cake stands, these stylish and practical kitchen additions will become your go-tos for creating beautiful bakes this summer and beyond
By Pippa Blenkinsop Published
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Best Nespresso machines for every budget, taste, and kitchen style
How do you know whether you want the Lattissima, the Creatista, the Plus or the Pop? We have the answers
By Lydia Hayman Last updated
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The 6 best Dyson vacuums 2025 – powerful floor cleaning to suit every home
The best of the best Dyson vacuums - to suit every home, floor and budget
By Dan Fauzi Last updated
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Best Keurig alternatives – more sophisticated, single-serve machines
Keurigs are convenient, but they don't always make great coffee. After years of testing the best, we found these Keurig alternatives make much better brews
By Lydia Hayman Last updated
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Best indoor pizza ovens – I've tested the market and found the only 3 worth considering
Indoor pizza ovens can be hit or miss, but these three are the real deal
By Lydia Hayman Last updated
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Best ice cream makers 2025 – tried and tested by our expert team for effortless frozen treats at home
We've rounded up our favorite gadgets for whipping up easy homemade ice cream and refreshing sorbets
By Lydia Hayman Last updated
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Which Ninja blender should I buy? The best Ninja blenders, tested and compared by the experts
It can be hard to work out which Ninja blender to buy. After rounds of testing, here's our definitive breakdown of the options
By Lydia Hayman Last updated
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Best cooling mattress 2025 − tried and tested by hot sleepers
Weather the warm summer nights with active thermoregulation and moisture-wicking technology
By Emilia Hitching Last updated
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These are the 3 best organic mattress toppers I've ever tested – an essential for clean and comfy sleep
I've reviewed and ranked 3 of the best toppers from Avocado, Birch, and Earthfoam to help you choose wisely and sleep better, naturally
By Emilia Hitching Last updated
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Best induction pans – tried and tested
A chef's guide to the best and most stylish pans for your induction cooktop
By Lydia Hayman Last updated
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The 3 best air fryers for the speediest, crispiest and healthiest meals
I'm a chef and spent 10 months testing and reviewing the top air fryer brands to find the ones worth investing in
By Lydia Hayman Last updated
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The 6 best air purifiers in 2025: I'm a home tech editor with asthma and allergies, and these models excelled in our tests for cleaner air at home
Everybody deserves to breathe clean air. With one of the best air purifiers, you can.
By Dan Fauzi Last updated
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If you're looking for a sleeper sofa that won't embarrass you when guests come to stay – these are the ones I'd actually recommend to a friend
Here's everything you need to know to help you choose a sleeper sofa that is stylish yet doesn't feel like sleeping on a rock
By Charlotte Olby Last updated
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Best affordable bed sheets 2025 − crisp percales and silky sateens to upgrade your bedroom on a budget
When you buy the best affordable bed sheets, you don't have to compromise quality for cost − I've ranked six of my favorite sets from Amazon, Target, and more
By Emilia Hitching Last updated
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Best cast iron cookware – a chef's guide to building an heirloom collection
Our kitchen appliances editor tested the best cast iron cookware – from skillets and Dutch ovens to baking dishes – to find the perfect pieces for your kitchen
By Lydia Hayman Last updated
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I've furnished bedrooms big and small – don't order your new bedroom furniture without checking out these 11 stores first
I've used my personal experience and shopping expertise to find all the best places to buy bedroom furniture – and picked my favorite pieces to show you
By Charlotte Olby Last updated
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Bedding sales – how to get the best deals on silky sheets, supportive pillows, and cooling comforters
Here's everything you need to know about the bedding sales, from where to shop to what to buy and how to save, according to our Sleep Editor
By Emilia Hitching Last updated
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Transform your home's ambience with the best reed diffusers – recommended by master perfumers, and tested in our homes
Find your signature scent and enjoy it for weeks
By Ottilie Blackhall Last updated
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7 Dutch oven alternatives – practical pans and affordable appliances to use instead
Explore our round-up of the best Dutch oven alternatives that can seamlessly substitute this classic piece of cookware
By Lydia Hayman Last updated
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There's some incredibly chic striped outdoor decor hiding in the Way Day sale – these are our favorite pieces (starting from just $50)
The Way Day sale is filled with on-trend striped pieces to give your patio a resort-like overhaul
By Eleanor Richardson Published
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We tested the best Instant Pots of 2025 – these are five picks that actually delivered
Our team of chefs and home cooks tested the range – from the tiniest rice cooker to the beautiful Pro Max – to find the options actually worth buying
By Lydia Hayman Last updated
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These are the 3 best memory foam pillows for more supportive sleep – carefully tested and selected by our Sleep Editor
I've surveyed my panel of expert testers and combed through our back catalog of reviews to bring you the best memory foam pillows on the market
By Emilia Hitching Last updated
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Best KitchenAid alternatives – stylish stand mixers tested by real chefs and budding bakers
You don't have to spend hundreds of dollars to get an excellent stand mixer
By Lydia Hayman Last updated
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Percale vs sateen – what's the difference and which meets your sleep needs?
I've outlined all the pros and cons of percale vs sateen for look, feel, and thermoregulation to help you find your material match
By Emilia Hitching Last updated
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Best places to buy pillows 2025 − 6 stylish stores, recommended by our Sleep Editor
From Sleep Number to Saatva, I've ranked and reviewed the best places to buy pillows to support every sleep position and suit every budget
By Emilia Hitching Last updated
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Best duvet inserts and comforters 2025 – for all seasons and budgets
I've ranked and reviewed the world's best duvet inserts and comforters, with down and down alternative options to suit every sleep style
By Emilia Hitching Last updated
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The best toaster ovens – tested by home cooks and expert chefs
Whether you love toast, pizza, air fried food, or you want a multi-cooking marvel, we've found the best toaster oven for you
By Lydia Hayman Last updated
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Best places to buy bed frames 2025 – 7 stylish stores, selected by our Sleep Editor
From Thuma to IKEA, I've ranked and reviewed the best places to buy bed frames to support every sleep position, suit every aesthetic, and every budget
By Emilia Hitching Last updated